Rachel Ray (full name “Rachael Domenica Scuderi-Ray”) rose to fame due to her cooking classes, “30 Minute Meals.” Eventually, Ray became noticed by broadcast station WRGB. Ray was offered a position in their weekly newscasts. This led to a public radio appearance, book publication, Today show position, and a Food Network contract.

Rachel Ray is best known for her self-titled talk and lifestyle TV show, “Rachel Ray.”